Today, Albania celebrates the 113th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. On November 28, 1912, Ismail Qemali raised the flag in Vlorë, declaring Albania a sovereign and independent state. November 28 is known to all Albanians, wherever they are, as Flag Day. With the act of the Declaration of Independence of Albania, the Chairman of the Provisional Government, Ismail Qemali, informed the six Great Powers: England, Italy, Austria-Hungary, France, Germany, and Russia

The sports event “Red and Black Cup,” organized by the basketball course, brought a lot of excitement for all participants. The children from the basketball course, full of passion and dedication, played friendly matches where they showcased their talent, competitive spirit, and teamwork. Every basket and every cheer turned the event into a true celebration of sport. Such activities are an opportunity to promote basketball as a sport that develops, educates, and motivates chi

The Council of Ministers approved in yesterday’s meeting the decision for the year-end holiday bonus for pensioners for 2025. According to this decision, 762,740 pensioners and other beneficiaries will receive the planned bonus, of whom 640,325 are old-age pensioners and 2,322 receive a social pension, 65,232 are disability pensioners, 48,087 receive a family pension, and 6,774 people receive a special financial treatment such as underground miners, employees of former milita

A lovely meeting with friends from Korçë at Coffee Haus in the U.S., where the atmosphere was so warm it felt as if time had paused for a few moments. In the company of Prof. Koço Dinella, Pavlina Evro, Sadush Ylli, Medi Sala, and Leonard Dervishi, conversations flowed freely, filled with memories, subtle humor, and reflections on today’s life. It is always a special pleasure when around the table gather not only good friends but also prominent personalities in the fields of

Even when it rains, Korça remains magical. The cobblestone streets take on a different shine, the lights reflect on the wet stones, and the city seems to breathe more slowly, more gently. Birds shelter under the characteristic roofs, details that appear only on rainy days, museums that illuminate the city with culture every corner of Korça tells a story. Thanks to Albet Cmeta’s lens, Korça in the rain appears calm, elegant in its purest form. Come and discover Korça, where ev

“KORCA BOOM” warmly congratulates Dhimitri Kacori, our distinguished basketball player and coach, on his 75th birthday. On this special day, we want to honor not only his age but, above all, his life and the extraordinary contributions he has made to Korçë basketball and to Albanian sports in general. Dhimitri Kacori has always been an example of dedication, discipline, and passion for basketball. As a player, he left unforgettable marks on the court, inspiring entire generat

Today, an awareness campaign against violence toward women was launched in Korçë. This campaign will run for 16 consecutive days, with various activities taking place in the city and surrounding villages. For more than 10 years, Korçë Municipality has institutionalized services for the prevention, reporting, and reduction of domestic violence as a social phenomenon. Its efforts have made this municipality a model in Albania for achievements in this field. "KORCA BOOM"

Here is the English translation, without The show “SEPSE” by Arestina Skenderi dedicated a special segment to food safety, focusing especially on products sold on the street by vendors or farmers. Granit Sokoli bought milk, eggs, cheese, and butter on the street under the camera’s supervision for the show “SEPSE” and explained what he did with them. For “SEPSE,” Sokoli shared the results of tests he previously conducted on milk and cheese sold on the street by vendors or farm

Albanian families are going through a strong transitional period influenced by migration, poverty, and high living costs, which are contributing to a decline in marriages, while divorces on the other hand are showing an upward trend. Official INSTAT data show that last year there were 16,120 marriages, a decrease of 7.7% compared to 2023, while divorces reached 4,100, or 65 fewer than in 2023. Even though the absolute number of divorces fluctuates, their ratio per 100 marriag

The Minister of Economy and Innovation, Delina Ibrahimaj, stated that pensioners will receive the end-of-year bonus starting from December 1. She gave this confirmation during the budget hearings with the residents of Unit No. 11 in Tirana. Ibrahimaj said that this year’s bonus will remain the same as last year’s. According to her, pensioners with a pension below 200,000 old lek will receive a bonus of 150,000 lek. Pensioners who receive more than 200,000 old lek will receive

There is no doubt that the tragic news last night of the untimely passing of teacher Fjoralba Dule has deeply affected us all. Words cannot fully express the loss of Fjori, who was taken too soon by a serious illness, leaving behind a lasting memory for all who had the fortune of knowing her as a friend, colleague, or teacher. It was the “Sevasti Qirjazi” school that shared this touching tribute on its official Facebook page for their former principal: “Farewell, dear Fjori.

In Konispol, the situation has become worrying for mandarin producers. While the plantations are full and the season has reached its peak, farmers report that their production is remaining in stock due to the lack of a market. The situation has been worsened by the recent heavy floods that affected the Konispol plain, damaging a significant portion of the crops. Farmers say that the mandarins can no longer remain on the trees, as the optimal harvest time has arrived, and each

Meteorologist Lajda Porja has outlined how the weather is expected to develop over the coming week. She noted that today the weather appears to be clearing in some parts of the country, with only light precipitation expected for the remainder of the day. This is positive, as the halt in rainfall will allow water accumulated from previous showers to drain from areas affected by flooding. According to forecasts for tomorrow, cloud cover is expected, with widespread precipitatio

The authorities of the Hellenic Republic declared investigative journalist Artan Hoxha “non grata” yesterday, labeling him “undesirable” and a threat to public order, permanently banning him from entering Greek territory. Hoxha was traveling to the city of Ioannina when he was stopped by Greek border police at the Kakavia crossing point. At the border police desk, where passports are checked for entry into Greece, Hoxha was informed that he could not enter the country as he w

Wholesale and retail fuel trading is one of the least profitable activities in the country in terms of profit margins. Although wholesale and retail hydrocarbon trading companies dominate the list of the largest businesses by revenue, they are very few in the list of top profit-makers, as they continue to declare very low profit margins that do not exceed 5% for retailers and 2.5% for wholesalers. In 2024, fuel prices continued their downward trend for the second consecutive

“She heat it up and sell it as fresh”: The bakery shop assistant reveals the daily deception that most customers never notice. The bread you buy in the afternoon may be from the morning… or worse, from the previous day! A concerning testimony has recently been published on “Reddit Albania,” where an anonymous shop assistant working in a bakery in Tirana sheds light on a widespread practice that many customers are unaware of: reselling non-fresh bread as if it has just come ou

In Maliq, there is the presence of water in 133 homes, five of which are at risk of collapsing. Severe weather with heavy rainfall has caused major problems in the Korçë region. In the Municipality of Kolonjë, measures have been taken to divert the river flow in order to prevent damage to the Qinami bridge. Currently, the bridge in Novoselë has been repaired and traffic is continuing normally. Meanwhile, the water reservoir is being discharged, cleaned, and chlorinated. Sampl

During the last few hours, snowfall has been recorded at altitudes above 1,200 meters in the southeastern part of the country, mainly affecting the mountainous areas. The most notable spots are Bigla Peak in Dardhë and the Shtylla area up to the peak of Mashkullorë, where snow depth ranges from 5 to 10 centimeters. Road maintenance contractors are on the ground working to clear and ensure safe circulation on the roads, including the route to Dardhë. Snow has been reported in

The Kosovo Food and Veterinary Agency has announced that 2,900 kilograms of preserved cucumbers have been destroyed. According to the information made public, residues of the pesticide Chlorpyrifos were discovered in processed cucumbers in Mamushë that were intended for export to Slovenia. A concerning case for food safety has recently been uncovered in Kosovo. Authorities have destroyed nearly 3,000 kilograms of preserved cucumbers after finding residues of the banned pestic

Important notice for the citizens of Kolonjë The USQHY Kolonjë announces that, due to the heavy rainfall in recent days, tests carried out on the city’s water supply have shown the presence of microbial and physico-chemical contamination. The tap water should not be used for consumption until further notice. Efforts are underway to normalize the situation, and any new information will be immediately communicated to the public. Thank you for your understanding. Municipality of